Cyber Analyst, Mid-Level (Hampton, VA) with Security Clearance

Referentia Systems, Inc.; Hampton (VA); On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

Referentia Systems, Inc. is seeking a Cyber Analyst, Midlevel to execute cyber risk assessments for DoD systems in support of the Air Force's information assurance program. The role is onsite in Hampton, VA, with emphasis on risk analysis, mitigations, and policy guidance.

The candidate should have 5+ years in cyber risk assessment, DoD/AFNET experience, and an active DoD clearance. Strong written and verbal communication and teamwork are essential.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Cybersecurity, Computer Science, Information Technology or Information Systems required.
• IAM Level II Certification required.
• At least 5 years of cyber risk assessment experience.
• Familiarization with NIST SP 800-53, AFI 17-130 and DODI 8510.01.
• Strong planning, organization and analytical skills; detail oriented.
• Active DoD security clearance required.
• Must be able to work independently with minimal supervision.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Determines system vulnerabilities and residual risk based on artifacts, interviews, and evaluation of current state.
• Evaluates effectiveness of proposed mitigations.
• Contributes to recommendations on technical/policy changes to mitigate cybersecurity risk.
• Works with Cyber Analysts, SMEs, and SCARs to ensure analyses meet time/quality standards.
• Supports security requirements elicitation for projects within authorization boundary.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Skills

Cyber risk assessment

IAM Level II

NIST SP 800-53

AFNET/DoD experience

Security clearance

Communication skills

Analytical skills

Self-motivated

Team collaboration

Cloud/AI/Virtualization knowledge

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Cybersecurity/CS/IT/IS

Master’s degree preferred

Tools

eMASS

Job description

The Cyber Analyst, Midlevel applies expertise and work experience executing cyber risk assessments to perform duties assigned by the Security Control Assessor (SCA) for the Department of the Air Force (DAF) Enterprise Authorizing Official (EAO) systems. The ideal candidate will provide a broad range of information assurance activities and has a strong knowledge of systems, operating environments, system security, and networking. *This position requires onsite work in Hampton, VA Duties

• Determines system vulnerabilities and residual risk based on analysis of technical artifacts, interviews, and evaluation of current system state
• Evaluates effectiveness of proposed mitigations
• Contributes toward recommendations on technical/policy changes, processes and methodologies to assess and mitigate cybersecurity risk on information technology within the SCA's appointed authorization boundary.
• Works with other Cyber Analysts, SMEs, and SCARs to ensure that all cybersecurity analysis and cybersecurity risk assessments are completed with time and quality standards established by Division leadership and Task Lead.
• Supports program and projects with security and information assurance requirements elicitation based on customer and subject matter expert communication and independent research
• Performs all other duties, as assigned Qualifications
• Bachelor’s degree in Cybersecurity, Computer Science, Information Technology, Information Systems required. Equivalent work experience may be substituted for Bachelor’s degree. Master’s degree preferred.
• IAM Level II Certification in accordance with the DoD approved 8140 baseline certifications required
• Must have at least 5 years of experience in cyber risk assessment or experience with technologies utilized in AFNET or DoD systems
• Proficiency with eMASS preferred
• Must have familiarization with NIST SP 800-53, AFI 17-130 and DODI 8510.01
• Strong planning, organization, and analytical skills, with attention to detail required
• Must be able to take initiative and be self-motivated
• Quick learner; passionate about technology and able to learn new technology areas as directed
• Ability to elicit, identify, and research information assurance requirements and perform as a member of an assessment review team
• Effective team player with good interpersonal skills
• Must be able to work independently with minimal supervision
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills required
• Must be able to display professionalism in all situations
• Knowledge in emerging technologies including cloud, AI and virtualization, networking, systems engineering, identity management, web technologies, system administration, and system security preferred
• *This position requires onsite work. Must be flexible to be able to work in the office, as assigned.
• Must possess an active DoD security clearance